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Car Rental in Mountain View

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  • 6rental companies
  • 3pick-up points
  • from $40 per day
  • 8.4 top rated · Enterprise

A rental car here costs $155 a day on average, about $1 091 for a week. The most popular car class is SUV, at about $155 a day. Avis is the cheapest for a small car, about $80 a day. Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Aug 2026.

  • Free cancellation: 6 of 6
  • Debit card accepted: 3 of 6
  • Enterprise
  • Hertz
  • Avis
  • Budget
  • Dollar
  • Thrifty

Where to pick up in Mountain View

Pick-up point Type Suppliers From / day Average wait
Sunnyvale 815 E El Camino Real · 7 km City office 5 $40 16 min
Palo Alto El Camino Park · 9 km City office 1 $108 24 min
Palo Alto Charlestown Meadow · 4 km City office 1 $94 17 min

Nearby, 14–46 km

Pick-up point Type Suppliers From / day Average wait
San Jose Airport · 14 km Airport 12 $46 18 min
San Jose South · 19 km City office 10 $49 19 min
San Jose Monticello/almaden · 21 km City office 1 $146 14 min
San Jose · 23 km City office 1 $52 24 min
San Mateo East · 25 km City office 1 $144 18 min
San Francisco Airport · 37 km Airport 11 $41 20 min
Oakland Airport · 38 km Airport 9 $43 17 min
Santa Cruz Downtown · 46 km City office 1 $66 22 min

Car rental prices in Mountain View by car type

Class Typical cars Suppliers From / day Typical / day
Economy Chevrolet Spark, Mitsubishi Mirage, Ford Fiesta 6 $83
Compact Nissan Versa, Kia Niro Electric, Kia Soul 6 $58 $102
Intermediate Toyota Corolla, Toyota Prius Hybrid, BMW 3 Series 6 $79 $120
Standard Volkswagen Jetta, Nissan Altima 6 $92
Full size Chevrolet Malibu, Toyota Camry 5 $93
Small SUV Buick Encore, Jeep Renegade, Audi Q3 4 $40
Medium SUV Jeep Wrangler, Hyundai Santa Fe, Toyota Rav4 6 $79 $102
Large SUV Chevrolet Suburban, Ford Expedition, Ford Explorer 6 $103 $170
Minivan Chrysler Pacifica, Dodge Durango, Nissan Quest 6 $106 $118
12-passenger van Ford Transit Passengervan 2 $121
15-passenger van Chevrolet Express 2 $166
Luxury Audi A4, Chrysler 300, Dodge Challenger RT 5 $99
Premium Audi A3, Cadillac XT6, Chevrolet Impala 5 $86 $148
Exotic Chevrolet Corvette 1 $912
Convertible Ford Mustang Convertible, BMW 4 Series Convertible, Jeep Wrangler 4 $114
Small or medium truck Nissan Frontier, Toyota Tacoma, Ford F-150 3 $81
Large truck Dodge Ram 1 $92

The from price is among the lowest prices seen. Half of the offers were cheaper than the typical price. Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Aug 2026. Rental companies guarantee the car class, not the exact model. Live availability and prices are shown in search results. How we collect prices

Polestar 2 rental car in Mountain View Dollar

Polestar 2

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 3 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $58/day
Kia Niro Electric rental car in Mountain View Avis

Kia Niro Electric

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 3 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $80/day
Ford Fiesta rental car in Mountain View Dollar

Ford Fiesta

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $83/day
Chevrolet Spark rental car in Mountain View Thrifty

Chevrolet Spark

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $83/day
Hyundai Venue rental car in Mountain View Budget

Hyundai Venue

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $89/day
Kia Rio rental car in Mountain View Avis

Kia Rio

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $92/day
Kia Soul rental car in Mountain View Avis

Kia Soul

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 3 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $93/day
Nissan Versa rental car in Mountain View Dollar

Nissan Versa

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 3 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $102/day

Car rental companies in Mountain View

Prices and conditions come from searches on TREWL and may have changed. Ratings come from CarTrawler customer reviews, as shown in searches up to Aug 2026. Live availability and prices are shown in search results. How we collect prices

Enterprise

21 min wait Credit card only
8.4
Excellent 2000+ reviews
from $130/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 7.9 Cleanliness 8.4 Service at the rental desk 8.6 Pick-up process 8.3 Drop-off process 8.8

Policies

  • Unlimited mileage on selected cars
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up

Office

Enterprise at Sunnyvale 815 E El Camino Real
815 E El Camino Real, Sunnyvale, 94087 2937, CA
4087333700

Hertz

15 min wait Credit and debit cards
7.4
Very good 2000+ reviews
from $40/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 7.0 Cleanliness 7.8 Service at the rental desk 7.2 Pick-up process 6.8 Drop-off process 8.2

Policies

  • Unlimited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
  • Pre-registration available

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Ski rack · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Hertz at Sunnyvale 815 E El Camino Real
510 E El Camino Real Ste D, Sunnyvale, Ca, 94087, CA
4085248700

Avis

17 min wait Credit card only
7.0
Good 5000+ reviews
from $94/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 6.6 Cleanliness 6.9 Service at the rental desk 6.9 Pick-up process 6.5 Drop-off process 8.1

Policies

  • Full to full
  • Unlimited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Avis in Palo Alto Charlestown Meadow
4230 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, 94306, CA
650-493-8888

Budget

14 min wait Credit card only
6.8
Good 10000+ reviews
from $91/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 6.5 Cleanliness 7.0 Service at the rental desk 6.8 Pick-up process 6.1 Drop-off process 8.0

Policies

  • Unlimited mileage on selected cars
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Budget at Sunnyvale 815 E El Camino Real
3680 Stevens Creek Blvd -Ste B, San Jose, 95117, CA
669-244-4335

Dollar

16 min wait Credit and debit cards
6.7
Good 5000+ reviews
from $58/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 6.2 Cleanliness 7.4 Service at the rental desk 6.4 Pick-up process 5.9 Drop-off process 7.8

Included in the price

  • Taxes

Policies

  • Unlimited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
  • Pre-registration available

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Ski rack · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Dollar at Sunnyvale 815 E El Camino Real
510 East El Camino Real, Suite D, Sunnyvale, CA, United States, 94087
(408) 524-8700

Thrifty

16 min wait Credit and debit cards
6.7
Good 5000+ reviews
from $58/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 6.2 Cleanliness 7.4 Service at the rental desk 6.3 Pick-up process 5.9 Drop-off process 7.7

Included in the price

  • Taxes

Policies

  • Unlimited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
  • Pre-registration available

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Ski rack · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Thrifty at Sunnyvale 815 E El Camino Real
510 East El Camino Real, Suite D, Sunnyvale, CA, United States, 94087
(408) 524-8700

Rental conditions in Mountain View

Based on 6 suppliers here and nearby. Data from the 12 months to Aug 2026.

Debit card Accepted by 3 of 6 suppliers: Hertz, Dollar and Thrifty.
Credit card Usually required, in the main driver's name. 3 of 6 suppliers list no debit option.
Mileage Unlimited at all 6 suppliers.
Transmission All cars are automatic.
Electric and hybrid Toyota Prius Hybrid, Hyundai Ioniq 6, Kia Niro Electric and Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD, from $34 a day.
Cancellation Free up to 48 hours before pick-up at 6 suppliers.
Included in the price Taxes
Extras GPS (5 suppliers), Infant seat (5 suppliers), Child seat (5 suppliers), Booster seat (5 suppliers), Ski rack (3 suppliers)
Special offers Pre-registration available (3 suppliers)

Driving in the USA: drive on the right · 0.08% blood alcohol (0.05% in Utah) · 0.02% for new drivers. Driving rules

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Car rental in Mountain View: what to expect

Customers report an average wait at the desk from 14 min at Budget to 21 min at Enterprise.

For a small car, Avis is the cheapest at about $80 a day and is rated 7.0 out of 10. Hertz is rated 7.4 and costs about $137.

100% of the cars offered here are automatic. Mileage is unlimited at all 6 suppliers. Most suppliers allow free cancellation up to 48 hours before pick-up.

People who search here most often live in the USA, France and South Korea. A typical rental lasts 7 days.

Car rental in Mountain View: FAQ

How much does it cost to rent a car in Mountain View?
Car rental in Mountain View starts from $40 per day, and the average price is $155 per day. Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Aug 2026. At the average daily rate, a rental costs about $467 for a 3-day weekend and $1 091 for a week. Rentals of a month or longer usually get a lower daily rate. The final price depends on the season, the car class, the rental company and how early you book.

What are the most popular types of rental cars in Mountain View?
These are the car types people opened most often in searches on TREWL in Mountain View over the last 12 months, with their average daily prices:
  • SUV: $155 per day
  • Van: $165 per day
  • Compact: $98 per day
  • Luxury: $174 per day
Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Aug 2026. Smaller cars are usually the cheapest, while SUVs, vans and premium cars cost more but offer extra space and comfort.

Which car rental companies are the most popular in Mountain View?
These are the rental companies people opened most often in searches on TREWL in Mountain View over the last 12 months:
  • Thrifty, average price $107 per day
  • Budget, average price $131 per day
  • Dollar, average price $104 per day
Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Aug 2026.

Which car rental company has the best reviews in Mountain View?
According to customer reviews, the highest-rated car rental companies in Mountain View are:
  • Enterprise: rated 8.6/10 by 2000+ customers, average price $194 per day
  • Hertz: rated 7.4/10 by 2000+ customers, average price $152 per day
  • Avis: rated 7.0/10 by 5000+ customers, average price $122 per day
Ratings cover value for money, car cleanliness, desk service, and the pick-up and drop-off process. Ratings come from CarTrawler customer reviews, as shown in searches up to Aug 2026.

Which is the cheapest car rental company in Mountain View?
By the average daily price of a small car (mini, economy or compact), the cheapest rental companies in Mountain View are:
  • Avis: about $80 per day
  • Dollar: about $81 per day
  • Thrifty: about $81 per day
Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Aug 2026. For the lowest price, book early, choose a smaller car and check the fuel policy and deposit before you pay.

Where do I pick up my rental car in Mountain View?
It depends on the rental company, and the pick-up type is shown for each company on this page. Your booking confirmation always includes the exact pick-up address and instructions.

Can I pick up a car in Mountain View and return it somewhere else?
Yes, one-way rentals are possible with many companies, but they usually charge a one-way fee, which is higher for longer distances or for drop-offs in another country. Enter a different drop-off location in the search form to see one-way prices with the fee included.

What is the minimum age to rent a car in Mountain View?
The minimum age to rent a car in Mountain View is usually 21, although some companies accept drivers from 18 and others require 23 or 25 for larger or premium cars. Drivers under 25 usually pay a daily young driver fee, and some companies limit younger drivers to smaller car classes. You also need to have held your driving license for at least one year.

Can I rent a car in Mountain View with a debit card?
Rental companies in Mountain View typically accept major credit cards such as Visa, Mastercard and American Express. The card must be in the main driver's name and have enough funds for the security deposit. Debit and prepaid cards are accepted only by some companies, sometimes with a higher deposit or extra checks. Companies that accept debit cards in Mountain View: Hertz, Dollar and Thrifty. The accepted cards are listed for each company on this page.

Which car rental companies in Mountain View offer unlimited mileage?
5 rental companies in Mountain View include unlimited mileage on all cars, among them Enterprise, Hertz and Avis. Budget offers it on some cars only. The mileage policy is shown in each offer before you book. With limited mileage, every kilometer or mile over the daily allowance is charged extra.

What fuel policy do rental companies use in Mountain View?
The fuel policy is shown for each company on this page. The most common ones in Mountain View are:
  • Full to full: you get the car with a full tank and return it full. This is usually the cheapest option because you only pay for the fuel you use at pump prices. Refuel near the drop-off point, or the company will charge for the missing fuel plus a service fee. Offered by Avis.
  • Same to same: you return the car with the same fuel level as at pick-up.

Can I rent an electric or hybrid car in Mountain View?
Yes. Companies offering electric and hybrid cars in Mountain View include Avis, Enterprise and Dollar. The cheapest is Hertz, from $34 per day. Hybrids need no charging. With a fully electric car, check the charging options along your route and the company's charging policy before you set off.

What extras can I add to a car rental in Mountain View?
You can add extras when you book or at the rental desk:
  • Additional driver: another person can share the driving if they meet the same requirements as the main driver (age and a valid driving license). Most companies charge a daily fee, but in Mountain View Enterprise includes an additional driver for free.
  • GPS navigation, to find your way on unfamiliar roads
  • Child seats, infant seats and booster seats, which are required by law for young children in most countries
  • Extra insurance that lowers or removes the excess you pay if the car is damaged.
Extras are limited, so it's best to reserve them together with the car.

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